Our Network Members

Global Ties U.S. leads the country’s largest and oldest citizen diplomacy network of nonprofit organizations, with 90+ members implementing exchange programs in all 50 U.S. states.

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Alabama

Community-Based Members

Global Ties Alabama

Latest News

REACH: HBCU Global Institute Pioneers Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Field of Diplomacy

Exchange Matters / June 3, 2021

From Global Ties to Global Career

Exchange Matters / March 14, 2021

Living Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Legacy Through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / January 18, 2021

My Network D.C. Experience

Exchange Matters / June 26, 2018

Spotlight on New Global Ties U.S. Board Chair: Jacquelyn Gates Shipe, CEO, Global Ties Alabama

Exchange Matters / April 12, 2017

Arizona

Community-Based Members

Citizen Diplomacy Alliance
Global Ties Arizona

Latest News

Contributing to Civic and Social Justice Through Exchange

Exchange Matters / February 21, 2023

Promoting International Exchange Through Community Engagement

Exchange Matters / December 22, 2022

Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / May 17, 2022

International Exchange Connects Communities

Exchange Matters / December 10, 2021

We Know #ExchangeMatters: Getting the Local Community Onboard

Network Innovation Spotlight / October 28, 2021

California

Community-Based Members

Global Ties Sacramento
Global Ties San Francisco
International Relations Council of Riverside
International Citizen Diplomacy of Los Angeles
San Diego Diplomacy Council
UCLA International Vistors Bureau

Latest News

Promoting International Exchange Through Community Engagement

Exchange Matters / December 22, 2022

Multifaceted Inclusivity and the IVLP Impact

Exchange Matters / June 21, 2022

Rewriting the Program: Sacramento Shares Hybrid Facilitation Techniques

Exchange Matters / June 14, 2022

San Diego’s Return to In-Person Programming

Exchange Matters / June 6, 2022

Empowering Women in Entrepreneurship Through International Exchange 

Exchange Matters / March 24, 2022

International Exchanges and Their Impact on Health and Humanity

Exchange Matters / January 31, 2022

Global Ties Network Celebrates IVLP Programs on Arts and Culture

Exchange Matters / December 17, 2021

International Education Week 2021

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

Global Partnerships in Cybersecurity and AI

Exchange Matters / October 25, 2021

Educating and Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / August 17, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on DEI-Focused Exchanges

Exchange Matters / June 14, 2021

Global Ties Network Hosts 2021 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / April 28, 2021

Saving our Planet One Virtual Handshake at a Time

Exchange Matters / April 19, 2021

The Strategic Importance of Local Impact: Global Ties U.S. Partners with USC Center on Public Diplomacy

Exchange Matters / June 30, 2017

Building Links Across the Country and Within the Network: Spotlight On the World Learning CBM Exchange

Exchange Matters / April 13, 2017

Colorado

Community-Based Members

Boulder Council for International Visitors
Colorado Springs World Affairs Council
WorldDenver

Latest News

IVLP Explores Transparency and Accountability in Government in U.S. and Abroad

Exchange Matters / July 18, 2022

Global Ties Network Facilitates Discussions Surrounding Sustainability

Exchange Matters / April 18, 2022

IVLP Programs Provide Opportunities for Social Change

Exchange Matters / February 23, 2022

International Education Week 2021

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

Navigating my Career in International Exchange

Exchange Matters / November 16, 2021

Global Partnerships in Cybersecurity and AI

Exchange Matters / October 25, 2021

Building a Culture of Youth Activism and Civic Engagement

Exchange Matters / August 10, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on DEI-Focused Exchanges

Exchange Matters / June 14, 2021

IVLP Facilitates Global Conversations On Energy and Environment

Exchange Matters / April 20, 2021

Spotlight on 2017 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / June 30, 2017

District of Columbia

Latest News

World Learning Restarts Its Annual CBM Staff Exchange

Exchange Matters / January 24, 2023

Exchange Day: We Are the Change We Want to See

Exchange Matters / October 13, 2022

Water Smart Engagement Program Enters Year Three

Exchange Matters / December 13, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on Hosting IVLP TIP Heroes

Exchange Matters / September 21, 2021

Youth Empowerment: IVLP Alum Reflects on the Rise of Youth in Political Engagement

Exchange Matters / August 25, 2021

Global Ties Network Hosts 2021 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / April 28, 2021

Saving our Planet One Virtual Handshake at a Time

Exchange Matters / April 19, 2021

My IVLP Experience in Chicago, Boise, and Detroit

Exchange Matters / February 19, 2019

My Network D.C. Experience

Exchange Matters / June 26, 2018

The Strategic Importance of Local Impact: Global Ties U.S. Partners with USC Center on Public Diplomacy

Exchange Matters / June 30, 2017

Spotlight on 2017 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / June 30, 2017

Kansas City to Kick Off 2017 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Announcements / April 13, 2017

Building Links Across the Country and Within the Network: Spotlight On the World Learning CBM Exchange

Exchange Matters / April 13, 2017

Florida

Community-Based Members

Global Ties Miami
GlobalJax
Gulf Coast Citizen Diplomacy Council
WorldOrlando
World Partnerships Inc.

Latest News

Women’s Empowerment and its Impact

Exchange Matters / March 21, 2023

A Look Back at the 2022 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Exchange Matters / November 22, 2022

Youth Empowerment in IVLP Programming

Exchange Matters / August 11, 2022

“You Really Are Taller In-Person Than on Zoom!”

Exchange Matters / June 27, 2022

21st Century Changemakers Advancing DEIA In IVLP Programming

Exchange Matters / June 16, 2022

Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / May 17, 2022

Empowering Women in Entrepreneurship Through International Exchange 

Exchange Matters / March 24, 2022

International Exchanges and Their Impact on Health and Humanity

Exchange Matters / January 31, 2022

Recipe for a Very IVLP Thanksgiving

Network Innovation Spotlight / December 15, 2021

IVLP Exchanges and Civic Engagement

Exchange Matters / December 7, 2021

Q&A with Olivia Rovin

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

International Education Week 2021

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

Global Ties Network Facilitates Conversations Surrounding Global Competencies and Workforce Development

Exchange Matters / November 15, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on the Importance of Engaging with Communities

Exchange Matters / September 30, 2021

Creating a Framework to Tell the Stories of Exchange Alumni

Network Innovation Spotlight / September 30, 2021

Hop On! Virtual Bus Adventures Across Five Languages

Exchange Matters / September 27, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on Hosting IVLP TIP Heroes

Exchange Matters / September 21, 2021

Orlando Youth Initiative Creates a Buzz for Student Entrepreneurs and IVLP Visitors

Exchange Matters / August 23, 2021

Q&A with Graybill Partington and Gulf Coast Diplomacy

Exchange Matters / August 10, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on DEI-Focused Exchanges

Exchange Matters / June 14, 2021

World Partnerships Hosts 10th Edward R. Murrow Program for Journalists

Exchange Matters / May 18, 2021

Saving our Planet One Virtual Handshake at a Time

Exchange Matters / April 19, 2021

Connecting Communities Through Collaboration

Network Innovation Spotlight / March 18, 2021

Highlighting Community Support in Advocacy

Exchange Matters / January 20, 2021

Youth Diplomats in the Global Ties Network: Eden Davenport (Florida)

Exchange Matters / October 29, 2019

A Tribute to John Bersia

Exchange Matters / April 26, 2019

Georgia

Community-Based Members

Georgia Council for International Visitors

Latest News

Combating Disinformation Through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / May 24, 2022

International Education Week 2021

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

Building Bridges between Kennesaw and the World

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

Global Ties Network Facilitates Conversations Surrounding Global Competencies and Workforce Development

Exchange Matters / November 15, 2021

Piloting a Return to In-Person IVLP Projects

Exchange Matters / August 25, 2021

Educating and Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / August 17, 2021

Global Ties Network Hosts 2021 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / April 28, 2021

Developing Effective Virtual City Tours and Home Hospitality Visits

Network Innovation Spotlight / April 22, 2021

Illinois

Community-Based Members

Freeport Area International Visitors Council
Geneseo International Thanksgiving Fellowship
Springfield Commission on International Visitors
Paris International Fellowship
WorldChicago

Latest News

Strengthening Global Health Capacity and Accessibility Through Exchange

Exchange Matters / January 17, 2023

Reflecting on Five Decades of International Exchange Experience: A Q&A with Renee Buisker

Exchange Matters / December 15, 2022

A Look Back at the 2022 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Exchange Matters / November 22, 2022

WorldChicago Reflects on Hosting Regional Summit

Exchange Matters / August 9, 2022

A Look Back: Diplomacy Begins Here in Illinois

Exchange Matters / August 8, 2022

International Exchange as an Advocacy Tool for Championing Women

Exchange Matters / March 28, 2022

Water Smart Engagement Program Enters Year Three

Exchange Matters / December 13, 2021

IVLP Exchanges and Civic Engagement

Exchange Matters / December 7, 2021

Global Partnerships in Cybersecurity and AI

Exchange Matters / October 25, 2021

Q&A with Marissa Buffo and Morgan Lyn of WorldChicago

Exchange Matters / September 2, 2021

Expanding Local Connections During a Pandemic

Network Innovation Spotlight / October 14, 2020

My IVLP Experience in Chicago, Boise, and Detroit

Exchange Matters / February 19, 2019

Indiana

Community-Based Members

The International Center

Latest News

21st Century Changemakers Advancing DEIA In IVLP Programming

Exchange Matters / June 16, 2022

Global Ties Network Highlights IVLP Initiatives on Civic and Social Justice

Exchange Matters / February 17, 2022

International Exchanges and Their Impact on Health and Humanity

Exchange Matters / January 31, 2022

Global Partnerships in Cybersecurity and AI

Exchange Matters / October 25, 2021

My Network D.C. Experience

Exchange Matters / June 26, 2018

Iowa

Community-Based Members

Global Ties Iowa
Iowa International Center
Iowa Resource for International Service (IRIS)

Latest News

Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / May 17, 2022

International Exchange as an Advocacy Tool for Championing Women

Exchange Matters / March 28, 2022

Youth Leadership Program Connects Young Iowans to the World

Network Innovation Spotlight / February 24, 2022

Global Ties Network Highlights IVLP Initiatives on Civic and Social Justice

Exchange Matters / February 17, 2022

International Education Week 2021

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

Global Partnerships in Cybersecurity and AI

Exchange Matters / October 25, 2021

Youth Empowerment: IVLP Alum Reflects on the Rise of Youth in Political Engagement

Exchange Matters / August 25, 2021

International Visitors, Immigrants, Refugees: Creating a Welcoming Community that Spans Culture and Geography

Exchange Matters / June 28, 2021

Bringing “Iowa Nice” to the World

Exchange Matters / October 29, 2019

Spotlight on 2017 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / June 30, 2017

Kentucky

Community-Based Members

World Affairs Council of Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
World Affairs Council of Kentucky & Southern Indiana

Latest News

Women’s Empowerment and its Impact

Exchange Matters / March 21, 2023

Two Things Resuming In-Person IVLP Taught Us About International Exchanges

Exchange Matters / June 16, 2022

Global Ties Network Highlights IVLP Initiatives on Civic and Social Justice

Exchange Matters / February 17, 2022

International Exchanges and Their Impact on Health and Humanity

Exchange Matters / January 31, 2022

Supporting Our Community During COVID

Network Innovation Spotlight / November 19, 2020

Re-Learning the European Union

Exchange Matters / August 29, 2019

My Network D.C. Experience

Exchange Matters / June 26, 2018

Massachusetts

Community-Based Members

World Affairs Council of Western Massachusetts, Inc.
WorldBoston

Latest News

Women’s Empowerment and its Impact

Exchange Matters / March 21, 2023

Career Connections 2022: Connecting, Empowering, and Inspiring U.S. ExchangeAlumni

Exchange Matters / November 21, 2022

21st Century Changemakers Advancing DEIA In IVLP Programming

Exchange Matters / June 16, 2022

IVLP Programs Provide Opportunities for Social Change

Exchange Matters / February 23, 2022

Universities Provide Wealth of Resources for IVLP Projects

Network Innovation Spotlight / August 26, 2021

Educating and Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / August 17, 2021

Addressing Democracy and Security Through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / July 26, 2021

Global Ties Network Hosts 2021 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / April 28, 2021

Saving our Planet One Virtual Handshake at a Time

Exchange Matters / April 19, 2021

A New Start: Dave Fortier On Receiving The 2020 Citizen Diplomat Award

Exchange Matters / March 13, 2020

Michigan

Community-Based Members

Global Ties Detroit
Global Ties Kalamazoo
Michigan Council for Citizen Diplomacy

Latest News

Strengthening Global Health Capacity and Accessibility Through Exchange

Exchange Matters / January 17, 2023

How My IVLP Experience Inspired My Career Goals

Exchange Matters / November 8, 2022

International Exchange as an Advocacy Tool for Championing Women

Exchange Matters / March 28, 2022

IVLP Programs Provide Opportunities for Social Change

Exchange Matters / February 23, 2022

International Education Week 2021

Exchange Matters / November 17, 2021

Network DEI Working Group Solid Base to Build a Community of Practice

Exchange Matters / October 4, 2021

The Exchange Effect: Inspiring Ideas, Connections, and Social Change

Exchange Matters / September 27, 2021

Celebrating 30 Years of Achievements with a Rebrand and a Reunion

Network Innovation Spotlight / May 27, 2021

Looking Back at 50 Years of Exchange, Impact, and Memories

Network Innovation Spotlight / May 27, 2021

Saving our Planet One Virtual Handshake at a Time

Exchange Matters / April 19, 2021

Connecting Communities Through Collaboration

Network Innovation Spotlight / March 18, 2021

Kalamazoo Citizen Diplomats Feeding the Fight Against COVID-19

Exchange Matters / June 24, 2020

My IVLP Experience in Chicago, Boise, and Detroit

Exchange Matters / February 19, 2019

Minnesota

Community-Based Members

Global Minnesota

Latest News

Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / May 17, 2022

Building the Next Generation of Global Leaders

Exchange Matters / November 16, 2021

Hop On! Virtual Bus Adventures Across Five Languages

Exchange Matters / September 27, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on Hosting IVLP TIP Heroes

Exchange Matters / September 21, 2021

Educating and Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / August 17, 2021

Global Ties Network Hosts 2021 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / April 28, 2021

Rebuild Better

Exchange Matters / January 22, 2021

Kansas City to Kick Off 2017 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Announcements / April 13, 2017

Missouri

Community-Based Members

Global Ties KC
World Affairs Council of St. Louis

Latest News

Countering Disinformation with IVLP Exchanges

Exchange Matters / October 25, 2022

Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / May 17, 2022

Empowering Women in Entrepreneurship Through International Exchange 

Exchange Matters / March 24, 2022

Building the Next Generation of Global Leaders

Exchange Matters / November 16, 2021

Global Ties Network Facilitates Conversations Surrounding Global Competencies and Workforce Development

Exchange Matters / November 15, 2021

Global Ties KC Series Celebrates Local Cultural Diversity

Network Innovation Spotlight / June 24, 2021

Global Ties Network Hosts 2021 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / April 28, 2021

Getting Started with Virtual Classrooms

Exchange Matters / June 24, 2020

Investing in Women is Investing in Everyone

Exchange Matters / June 30, 2017

Kansas City to Kick Off 2017 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Announcements / April 13, 2017

New Hampshire

Community-Based Members

World Affairs Council of New Hampshire

Latest News

Women’s Empowerment and its Impact

Exchange Matters / March 21, 2023

Multifaceted Inclusivity and the IVLP Impact

Exchange Matters / June 21, 2022

Global Ties Network Highlights IVLP Initiatives on Civic and Social Justice

Exchange Matters / February 17, 2022

Tips and Tricks for Podcasting

Network Innovation Spotlight / September 30, 2021

Youth Empowerment: IVLP Alum Reflects on the Rise of Youth in Political Engagement

Exchange Matters / August 25, 2021

Tips & Myths on Starting Your Own Podcast

Exchange Matters / October 29, 2019

New Mexico

Community-Based Members

Global Ties ABQ
Global Santa Fe

Latest News

Career Connections 2022: Connecting, Empowering, and Inspiring U.S. ExchangeAlumni

Exchange Matters / November 21, 2022

Lessons Learned About Civic Engagement and its Impact Abroad

Exchange Matters / July 12, 2022

Multifaceted Inclusivity and the IVLP Impact

Exchange Matters / June 21, 2022

Creating Organizations Centered on Opportunity 

Exchange Matters / February 8, 2022

Kansas City to Kick Off 2017 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Announcements / April 13, 2017

Ohio

Community-Based Members

Cleveland Council on World Affairs
Global Ties Akron
International Visitors Council, Inc.
Wright State University

Latest News

Contributing to Civic and Social Justice Through Exchange

Exchange Matters / February 21, 2023

Strengthening Global Health Capacity and Accessibility Through Exchange

Exchange Matters / January 17, 2023

Multifaceted Inclusivity and the IVLP Impact

Exchange Matters / June 21, 2022

Two Things Resuming In-Person IVLP Taught Us About International Exchanges

Exchange Matters / June 16, 2022

Reflecting on DEIA in the Global Ties Network

Exchange Matters / December 22, 2021

Global Ties Network Celebrates IVLP Programs on Arts and Culture

Exchange Matters / December 17, 2021

Global Ties Network Reflects on the Importance of Engaging with Communities

Exchange Matters / September 30, 2021

Celebrating Cultural Exchange Through Student Journalism

Exchange Matters / May 26, 2021

Public Diplomacy Shapes Global Dialogue for Human Trafficking Prevention

Network Innovation Spotlight / March 18, 2021

Global Artrepreneurs in Akron

Network Innovation Spotlight / January 27, 2021

Reflection of a Board Chair

Exchange Matters / January 15, 2021

Supporting Our Community During COVID

Network Innovation Spotlight / November 19, 2020

A Look Back: Diplomacy Begins Here in Cleveland, OH

Exchange Matters / July 18, 2018

Oklahoma

Community-Based Members

Oklahoma City International Visitors Council
Tulsa Global Alliance

Latest News

Promoting International Exchange Through Community Engagement

Exchange Matters / December 22, 2022

Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / May 17, 2022

IVLP Exchanges and Civic Engagement

Exchange Matters / December 7, 2021

CBMs and Universities: A Mutually Beneficial Partnership

Network Innovation Spotlight / August 26, 2021

Celebrating a Culture of Diversity While Reconciling the Past

Exchange Matters / June 28, 2021

IVLP Facilitates Global Conversations On Energy and Environment

Exchange Matters / April 20, 2021

What is a Culture Box and Why Does it Matter to Exchanges

Exchange Matters / October 29, 2018

Oregon

Community-Based Members

WorldOregon

Latest News

A Look Back at the 2022 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Exchange Matters / November 22, 2022

Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / May 17, 2022

Tips and Tricks for Podcasting

Network Innovation Spotlight / September 30, 2021

WorldOregon Embarks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Journey

Network Innovation Spotlight / June 24, 2021

Fostering Dialogue & Connection Through Cooking

Network Innovation Spotlight / December 16, 2020

What is a Culture Box and Why Does it Matter to Exchanges

Exchange Matters / October 29, 2018

Kansas City to Kick Off 2017 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Announcements / April 13, 2017

Pennsylvania

Community-Based Members

Citizen Diplomacy International Philadelphia
GlobalPittsburgh

Latest News

Reflecting on a Career at GlobalPittsburgh

Exchange Matters / December 1, 2022

Building Partnerships in International Education  

Exchange Matters / November 22, 2022

Multifaceted Inclusivity and the IVLP Impact

Exchange Matters / June 21, 2022

Building the Next Generation of Global Leaders

Exchange Matters / November 16, 2021

Global Ties Network Facilitates Conversations Surrounding Global Competencies and Workforce Development

Exchange Matters / November 15, 2021

Expanding Audiences Through Community Partnerships

Network Innovation Spotlight / January 27, 2021

Rhode Island

Community-Based Members

World Affairs Council of Rhode Island

South Carolina

Community-Based Members

Charleston Council for International Visitors
Columbia Council for Internationals

Latest News

21st Century Changemakers Advancing DEIA In IVLP Programming

Exchange Matters / June 16, 2022

International Exchanges and Their Impact on Health and Humanity

Exchange Matters / January 31, 2022

Piloting a Return to In-Person IVLP Projects

Exchange Matters / August 25, 2021

IVLP Facilitates Global Conversations On Energy and Environment

Exchange Matters / April 20, 2021

Texas

Community-Based Members

El Paso Council for International Visitors
GlobalAustin
San Antonio Council for International Visitors
World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth
World Affairs Council of South Texas

Latest News

Lessons Learned About Civic Engagement and its Impact Abroad

Exchange Matters / July 12, 2022

Global Ties Network Highlights IVLP Initiatives on Civic and Social Justice

Exchange Matters / February 17, 2022

Addressing Democracy and Security Through International Exchange

Exchange Matters / July 26, 2021

SACIV Recognizes Women Leaders in International Exchange

Exchange Matters / March 30, 2021

Strengthening U.S.-Mexico Relations with Police and Law Enforcement Exchanges

Exchange Matters / February 27, 2018

Kansas City to Kick Off 2017 Diplomacy Begins Here Summits

Announcements / April 13, 2017

Utah

Community-Based Members

Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy (UCCD)

Latest News

Global Ties Network Facilitates Discussions Surrounding Sustainability

Exchange Matters / April 18, 2022

Building a Culture of Youth Activism and Civic Engagement

Exchange Matters / August 10, 2021

Global Ties Network Hosts 2021 International Women of Courage

Exchange Matters / April 28, 2021

Digital Resource Center Keeps Citizen Diplomats Engaged and Informed

Network Innovation Spotlight / April 22, 2021

Exchanges from Within the Network: CBM Hosts Meridian Staff

Exchange Matters / October 31, 2017

National Program Agencies

National Program Agencies are nonprofits based primarily in Washington, DC that coordinate and implement exchange programs. National Program Agencies work closely with our Community-Based Members to create tailored experiences for exchange program participants of the U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP):

The Office of International Visitors 

The Office of International Visitors (OIV) at the U.S. Department of State is responsible for implementing the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). OIV works closely with the private sector, including the National Program Agencies and Community-Based Members of Global Ties U.S.